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Illinois quick hits: McClain wants to sever from case; Cameo settles; site prep grants announced
McClain wants to sever from case with Madigan A defendant in the upcoming federal prosecution of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan wants his own trial separate from Madigan. Defendant Michael McClain, a former state lawmaker and ComEd lobbyist known for his close association with Madigan, has filed a request to sever his trial from Madigan's because Madigan's defense team plans to blame McClain for any wrongdoing. ...
Through the Years, July 24
For the second time in 60 days, a Cassville bank has announced plans of affiliation with a multibank holding company. Barry County Bank, chartered in January of 1887, announced signing an affiliation agreement with Commerce Bancshares, Inc. of Kansas City. Announcement of the contract was made jointly by James M. Kemper, Jr., president of Commerce Banc-shares, Inc., and Charles D. Thomas, president of the Barry County Bank. First National Bank of Cassville announced 60 days ago an agreement to associate with First Charter Corporation, also a Kansas City based firm. Truman Baker, First National president, said this merger is in the approval stage. Under terms of the contract with Bancshares, it has been agreed the firm will acquire a majority interest in the Cassville bank, which is the second largest in Barry County• The contract further subject to approval by the Federal Reserve Board and other regulatory agencies. Barry County Bank, with mid-year assets reported of $17.5 million, will become affiliated with the 26-member group, which includes Commerce Banks in Springfield and Joplin.
Columbia demonstrators protest Benjamin Netanyahu's speech to Congress
"We will not stay quiet in the face of slaughter" and "war criminals are not welcome here" were two of the many messages espoused Wednesday as upward of two dozen protesters stood outside Columbia City Hall against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's joint message to Congress. "We strongly oppose the invitation of any wanted war criminal to speak before a joint session of the US Congress," said Rasha Abousalem, one of the many speakers, who also...
KC Royals top pitching prospect is on the move
KC Royals prospect Ben Kudrna was a key ambassador for Kansas City during July's All-Star festivities, shining in the Futures Game. Now, he's leaving his High-A Quad Cities River Bandits gear behind for a Double-A Northwest Arkansas Naturals kit. The Royals announced his and infielder Jack Pineda's promotions to Double-A on Tuesday through social media.
A Cardinals-Blue Jays trade to add to St. Louis’ lineup
The St. Louis Cardinals have clawed their way back into contention after a dreadful 15-24 start, which seemed to signal a repeat of the 2023 season. Instead, St. Louis got hot and took control of the second Wild Card spot in the National League. But they still have some areas they need to address at the trade deadline in order to be a threat in the playoffs.
Ja'Marr Chase seemingly shades Patrick Mahomes in newly released video: 'I'm salty'
Ja'Marr Chase's rivalry with Patrick Mahomes has a new chapter. The NFL's social media team posted a video of Chase on Wednesday, as part of its Top 100 Players of 2024 campaign. In the clip, an interviewer asked Chase who he thought was the top star on this year's list. ...
Upcoming season to be a family affair for Joseph brothers
Mathieu and Pierre-Olivier Joseph are ready to bring their brotherly love to the St. Louis Blues. Older brother Mathieu, a 27-year-old forward, was acquired through a trade with the Ottawa Senators on July 2 before just one day later being joined by his 25-year-old brother, defenceman Pierre-Olivier, who signed a one-year contract with the Blues.
Father in Kan. Amber Alert abduction faces new charges
KANSAS CITY — The suspect arrested in the July 17, Amber Alert in Kansas is facing multiple charges and remains jailed in Wyandotte County. Just before 1:30 pm July 17, 2-year-old Jaxon Halley and his mother were forcibly taken at gunpoint by 39-year-old Darryl Livingston, Jr. during a domestic incident at their home, according to Kansas City, Kansas police.
New York urges Supreme Court not to intervene in Trump’s hush money criminal case
(CNN) — New York’s attorney general urged the Supreme Court on Wednesday to stay out of Donald Trump’s hush money criminal case, arguing the nation’s highest court should not grant a novel request by Missouri to pause his sentencing hearing and lift the gag order imposed on the former president in the case.
Missouri State Highway Patrol assisted at Republican National Convention
Missouri — Missouri delegates and elected leaders weren't the only ones attending the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee last week. Troopers from the Missouri State Highway Patrol were also there to assist the Milwaukee Police Department. Captain Scott White, with the state patrol's public information office, told KTVO that...
1 Illinois Resident Is Dead From Deli Meat Listeria Outbreak
We're no strangers to seeing food recall alerts. In any given year, you'll see food recalls due to things like salmonella, E. coli, listeria, foreign matter, metal shavings, plastic pieces, etc. The thing that makes this deadly outbreak of listeria different is that at this point, authorities really don't know...
Previewing the Laclede County Sheriff’s race
LACLEDE COUNTY, Mo. — OzarksFirst is Your Local Election Headquarters and continues its coverage of several local races ahead of the August 6 primary. Today, OzarksFirst is covering the Republican Primary race for Laclede County Sheriff. Current Sheriff David Millsap is not running for re-election after two terms at the helm. The candidates are Matt […]
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